Route 66 Café at the Market may have been another stop for our Oklahoma Route 66 Passport, but this…read moreis the kind of place I would seek out even without a stamp involved! After several stops along the Mother Road, my wife and I were hungry--but we still had a long drive home. We decided to split lunch and debated between the chicken-fried steak dinner and the chicken-fried steak sandwich. Either way, chicken-fried steak was going to happen! The sandwich won, and it was an excellent choice. As a self-appointed chicken-fried steak connoisseur who has sampled them across Oklahoma, I can confidently say this one ranks near the top. The steak was tender, the breading was perfectly crisp, and they added just the right amount of mayo. Nothing fancy--just a really well-made and delicious sandwich. We also ordered fried okra, which arrived before the sandwich. It was piping hot, crispy, and cooked exactly the way fried okra should be. We happily munched on it while waiting for the main event. Natasha provided friendly, attentive service and brought us an extra plate so we could easily divide the sandwich and fries. Those small touches make a difference. The Route 66 décor and classic diner atmosphere added plenty of character. It felt like the perfect place for our final road-trip meal before heading home. Clinton is a little over an hour and a half from our house, and I would gladly make the drive again--especially since breakfast is my thing and that menu still needs to be explored! Passport or not, Route 66 Café at the Market is worth seeking out. Order the chicken-fried steak sandwich, don't skip the fried okra, and make sure you bring your appetite!

I made a quick detour off I-40 at Exit 66 to visit the iconic Cafe 66, just five minutes from the…read morehighway and impossible to miss. From the outside, the branding leans heavily into the Route 66 identity--logos are everywhere, setting the expectation for a nostalgic roadside dining experience. Stepping inside, however, the atmosphere takes a different direction. Rather than embracing classic Americana, the décor feels modern, highlighted by whimsical cow artwork adorned with flower crowns. It's charming in its own way, but not the vintage Route 66 ambiance I was expecting. One thing that deserves high praise is the cleanliness. The café is immaculate, from the dining room to the overall presentation, reflecting a team that clearly takes pride in maintaining the restaurant. The food, unfortunately, was less memorable. The oatmeal was overly thick and dry, lacking the creamy comfort you'd expect. Buttered toast carried an off flavor, suggesting the griddle or butter station could use a refresh. The signature pancake, dusted with a powdered sugar "66" logo, was visually appealing and easily the meal's most Instagram-worthy item, but it too was disappointingly dense. Where Cafe 66 truly shines is its service. Every staff member I encountered was warm, welcoming, and eager to help first-time visitors feel at home. Their hospitality left the strongest impression of the visit. In my opinion, Cafe 66 seems to be transitioning away from being a destination built on Route 66 nostalgia and toward becoming a dependable neighborhood café for the Clinton community. There's nothing wrong with that--in fact, it's probably the more sustainable business model. But travelers seeking an authentic trip back in time may leave feeling that the iconic branding promises more nostalgia than the dining experience ultimately delivers.

Unbelievable food, super cool setting and views, great people providing outstanding service. What…read morea great find. Go getchasum!

While traveling we checked Yelp! for suggestions. White Dog Hill came up as right on our route. It…read morewas a Thursday night so who knew it would be so popular. We checked in and there was a 2-1/2 hour wait but they would try to work us in. We were seated in about an hour. Our order was taken quickly and some of the best steaks we've had were delivered hot and fresh from the grill. They were amazing. The restaurant is in a century old country club that was built with local hand quarried sandstone and brick. It's a great experience with great food and the locals agree. Tip: Check ahead and make a reservation.

The food is always very good prices aren't bad either I think they are low compared to a lot of…read moreother places with similar items I like the drive through that makes it convenient

This is my go-to convenience store in Clinton. I can get in and get out relatively quickly. The…read moreusually have fresh coffee and iced tea, and a pretty decent selection of snacks. The employees are usually quite friendly as well. They do have a drive thru, which is convenient. I can say the drive thru is usually way more packed than the inside of the store. They also have an air machine in the parking lot; it's come in handy on a few occasions. My only problem is the parking lot. The pump island is way too close to the parking area at the front of the building. Sometimes it's a real pain to leave because you have people coming into the parking lot and cars leaving the fuel pumps. I've been stuck trying to back out several times, and people won't let you out. It's aggravating. If you can park on the side when it's busy, I'd suggest it.

I had a wonderful experience here. Good food and just a great atmosphere…read more All kinds of a different mementos about Route 66 or around the restaurant. We even had pie for dessert which was delicious. The spam sandwich was great!

My wife and I had dinner here yesterday for the first time and we were pleasantly surprised, I…read moreordered the 6oz sirloin with hush puppies and Cole slaw. Steak was very flavorful and cooked to perfection (medium rare) Cole slaw was delicious as well. Hush puppies were good- just wanted to try them out. My wife has celiac so she had Reuben with no bread. She loved it! Our server was very considerate and friendly and even checked all ingredients for my wife. We haven't found many places that we want to return to around here but we definitely will be coming back to this place! Wish we had taken pictures to post here but wasn't expecting to be making any review, but after dinner I felt they were definitely worthy of a good review!

My first visit to a Braun's…read more Being someone that spends their time mostly in L.A. or D.C., I miss out on so many gems like Braun's. The food I had was tasty, the service was great, and I would have paid 2x as much at my normal haunts. Very satisfied and highly recommend!

Excellent burgers.... great fries Service was just okay -…read morebut not bad Good for a quick bite when passing through. Took some ice cream to go to enjoy later that evening and it was also very good. Would I go back? Sure

The food is great... but extremely overpriced. The service…read moreis ok. The ambiance is umm... well, it could be better.

Went here for a quick bite to eat and it was fast and staff was so friendly. Food was awesome for…read morewhere we were. Would definitely go back!

It has changed owners and been remodeled . A little sad as it was the teen hangout on and off for…read moreover 50 years. It is now a donut shop. Real good donuts at a decent price.

First storm chasing trip in quite some time, led us through Thomas, and we were hungry. Found Big…read moreT right on the main road through town and had to stop. We ordered cheeseburgers with various toppings ( all the normals are available) along with some onion rings and shakes. The menu had a daily special with several sides which was a nice surprise. There was plenty to choose from on the menu. Our burgers were very good. Thin, handmade patties with a nice toasted bun. All the ingredients were fresh and made this a wonderful "backroads" burger. The onion rings were the best I've had in years. The customer service was fast and pleasant. Most of the main items on the menu ran between $7-9. I will be returning to the great little roadside burger joint my next time through Thomas no doubt.

Pleasantly surprised! We wanted good chicken strips and that's exactly what we got…read more We were skeptical walking into the gas station but quickly changed our minds when we saw 15 tables and most of them were taken. They greeted us quickly and took our order. We took a seat and even during the busy lunch hour our food was delivered in under 10 minutes. The chicken fried steak was the special of the day and was delicious. We will definitely be back to this local hidden gem.

So it's the convenience store at a gas station, except it has two things you don't usually see at…read moreone, an extensive seating area and a fresh hot food counter. The menu is mostly burgers. I didn't have one, though maybe I should have. But I came in a Friday, and on Fridays they have fish fry. I ordered a fish shrimp combo. The food was a bit dry, not surprising.as it came from a hot plate. But the fish was generous in quantity, and it was dashed quick, and pleasant enough to eat. I had arrived at 11.30 and was done by noon. Good thing I was done by then too because right then it became very crowded. People know they can get a good fast lunch here.

We went for lunch and had salads. I had the Grilled Chicken salad and Joy had the Southwestern…read moreSalad. Warning ... The Mango Habañero dressing was hotter than expected! But it had a really good flavor. We had the "lite" versions, but there was still a lot to eat. If I had to complain about anything, the cucumbers should be peeled and sliced much thinner. Service was great. Kept our drinks filled without having to ask. Typical Route 66 Diner atmosphere. Great music. One or two TVs on the walls with no audio or captions. I would go back.

This diner/restaurant/bar/gift shop along historic Rt. 66 is an ode to Lucille Hamon, the "Mother…read moreof the Mother Road". (You can view Lucille's historic gas station down the road a piece in Hydro, OK) The gift shop is directly at the entrance. Walk through the gift shop to the right to enter the diner area. Walk left for the restaurant. Walk left then take a sharp right for the bar. The diner area is bright and sunny with 1950's style metal, red and white, tables and chairs. The restaurant side is dark wood booths. Both are full service. Both have the same menu. Menu is basic fare: salad, burgers, sandwiches with a couple of entree options. Staff were all pleasant. Gift shop includes post cards, hats and other Rt. 66 memorabilia. Parking around building with handicap spots by the door.

Food was very good as well as the service and atmosphere. Pricing was a little high but tasted…read moregreat.

This diner is great! Every time I am back in town I have to stop and grab a bite. I have eaten here…read morefor years and have never had anything I did not like. The menu has many choices such as cheeseburgers, chicken strips, salads, and chicken fajitas. The breakfast selections are great too. They are always glad to have you there. Come in, step up to the counter, and order. The diner is open for breakfast and lunch Monday through Saturday.